External Battery Doubles Playing Time

Cyber Gadget has a high-capacity external battery which can give you 8-10 hours of continuous play time. The battery connects to your PSP via the power adapter port, and it includes a belt clip attachment and LED indicator.

Get one from Play-Asia for 59.90.

(from PSP411)

Aluminum Safe Case

Intec makes a super-rugged aluminum carrying case for the PlayStation Portable. Designed specifically for the PSP, this case has internal custom molding to keep it safe, and a mesh pocket to contain all of your wires.

Get it from EB Games for only $9.99.

Charging Cradle with Audio Out

Engadget has reported that Vis-a-vis is marketing a cradle for the PSP which not only allows you to charge your PSP, but also to connect speakers to the audio-out jack.

I wish I could read Japanese... hopefully this will become more available soon.

PSP Screen Magnifier from Brando

Hong Kong site Brando is offering a screen magnifier to attach to your PSP. It magnifies the image 1.6 times, so stop complaining about how small the screen is!

Get the PSP Light Magnifier for just $10.


(from Engadget)

Leather Case by Intec

You gotta get your PSP from place to place, and it can't always be in your hands and turned on. Intec makes a protective leather case that's just the ticket.

The Intec case boasts high-quality stitching on smooth black leather, and closes with a magnetic button. You can carry it on hip using the belt clip

Get one from Amazon for just $11.49.

Stereo Station+ for PSP

The PSP's music and video capabilities mean that sometimes you want to use it without having to grip it with two hands. The Stereo Station+ from Hip Gear is just the ticket!

This cool-looking combination of stereo speakers and a stand for the PSP allow you to sit back and relax while watching movies, or go about your business while listening to your tunes.

Features:

• Neodymium stereo speakers that produce crisp highs and powerful bass.
• Charges PSP internal battery and a spare battery (sold separately) whenever the PSP is locked in place.
• Fully adjustable height and angle for optimum screen viewing.
• Folds flat for easy storage.
• Plugs into your original PSP AC adapter.
• Front mounted buttons for quick access to music and movie playback functions.

You can get it from EB Games for just $59.99.

Power Docking Cradle

Naki World makes an inexpensive Power Docking Cradle for recharging your PSP (it does NOT allow syncing of data with your computer).

It gets its power from a USB cable, and will charge the PSP in under two hours (An LED lets you know when charging is complete). It also holds the PSP at a nice angle for viewing photos or video. PSP411.com has several user reviews.

Get it at Geeks.com for only $10.50.

iPSP Multimedia Manager (Mac or PC)

iPSP ("intelligent Picture and Sound Pusher") is a super-simple multimedia manager for your PSP.

Whenever your PSP is plugged into your computer and iPSP is running, it backs up your saved game data. It lets you pick audio and pictures that it automatically converts to the proper format and copies them yo your PSP. iPSP also provides a queue to which you submit the videos you wanted converted for use of the PSP, and tells you when they're ready (yes, it will then transfer them, too).

iPSP integrates really well with Mac OS applications such as iPhoto and iTunes, and also reads iTunes playlists on Windows. There are no drivers or extensions required.

You can download iPSP here, and buy a license for just $19.99.

Screen Protector by HORI

You need to protect that screen. HORI makes a screen protector for the PSP that is inexpensive, protects the screen, reduces glare, yet doesn't ruin the image quality.

There are a bunch of rave reviews for it at EB Games, and many point out one important piece of info: The installation instructions leave a lot to be desired. Read through the reviews to make sure your installation goes smoothly.

Get it at EB Games for just $4.99.

Read RSS Feeds on your PSP

Engadget has a great tutorial on how to get RSS feeds on your PlayStation Portable using the game Wipeout Pure and the portable edition of Bloglines. Very cool!

Check it out.

Aluminum Hard Case for PSP

Dih Shin International (DSI) offers an aluminum protective case for the PlayStation Portable: the Hard Case. It is custom-molded to the PSP's shape, and its protection is enhanced by the neoprene lining.


The Hard Case retails for $49.99, but you can get it from Amazon for $29.95.

The PSP Linux Project is For Real

It was only a mater of time. The PSP Linux Project has been launched, and they're looking for qualified developers.

They have acquired a sponsor, the message boards are up, and you can sign up to contribute if you are the real deal.

(from GadgetMadness)

Playstation Pad Grip/Battery

They're only available now in China but it looks like a great concept: A battery pack which clamps onto the PSP which provides Palystation Gamepad-like grips!

The unit provides 4-5 additional hours of gameplay. The PSP Blog indicated that some users reported the unit was leaving scratches on their PSPs... so let's hope someone else comes out with a better mousetrap here in the States.

The grip/battery thing sells for about HK$200, which is roughly $25 US.

FlexiSkin protects your PSP

BoxWave makes a flexible, form-fitting protective skin for PSPs called the FlexiSkin. It is designed to protect most of the exterior of the unit from scratches and dents, and makes it much easier to grip.

I've searched their website and cannot determine whether the screen is protected by a clear panel, which likely means it is not protected.

The FlexiSkin sells for $24.95.

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